2009 BMW 550 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2009 BMW 550 and 2009 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,798 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 550 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 550 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 2457 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |